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HURRDAT LLC

Content Editor

Omaha, NE · Hybrid

$45K - $50K/yr

Content Editor FLSA Status: Exempt Hours: Full-Time. Monday-Thursday is 8am-5pm with the option to ... Mergers and acquisitions over the years (with B2 Interactive, Disconnected Media, Digital Hero ...

DAZN

Content Editor

Manhattan, NY · On-site

$50K - $70K/yr

Content Editor Department: RS-407 - Content - P&E - Content Formats Employment Type: Permanent ... Working within a fast-paced, digital-first environment, you'll cover the biggest stories across ...

DAZN

Content Editor

New York, NY · Hybrid

$50K - $70K/yr

Working within a fast-paced, digital-first environment, you'll cover the biggest stories across ... As a Conetent Editor, you will be responsible for creating engaging sports content across both ...

Dude Perfect

Social Content Editor

Frisco, TX · On-site

Social Content Editor About Us Dude Perfect isn't just a YouTube channel, we're a global sports and ... We operate at the absolute peak of digital engagement, with follower growth and view counts that ...

FoolProof

Freelance Content Editor

Commack, NY · Remote

$15 - $18/hr

FoolProof Digital seeks experienced freelance content editors to join our virtual team. We need talented editors to ensure our content is high-quality, accurate, and error-free before client ...

Dude Perfect

Social Content Editor

Frisco, TX

Social Content Editor About Us Dude Perfect isn't just a YouTube channel, we're a global sports and ... We operate at the absolute peak of digital engagement, with follower growth and view counts that ...

Focus Digital

Senior Content Editor

$65K - $75K/yr

Focus Digital is a specialized digital marketing agency providing expert-level SEO and PPC services ... We're seeking an experienced Senior Editor to own content production and client relationships for ...

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As of Jul 6, 2026, the average hourly pay for digital content editor in the United States is $36.06, according to ZipRecruiter salary data. Most workers in this role earn between $27.40 and $41.83 per hour, depending on experience, location, and employer.

What does a Digital Content Editor do?

A Digital Content Editor is responsible for creating, editing, and managing content published on digital platforms such as websites, blogs, and social media. They ensure that all content is accurate, engaging, and aligns with the brand's voice and goals. Their duties often include proofreading, optimizing content for SEO, collaborating with writers and designers, and tracking content performance using analytics tools. Digital Content Editors play a crucial role in maintaining a consistent online presence and improving user engagement.

What is the difference between Digital Content Editor vs Content Writer?

AspectDigital Content EditorContent Writer
Primary RoleOversees content quality, editing, and publishing across digital platformsCreates and writes original content for various formats
Skills & CredentialsEditing, SEO, content management systems, strong writing skillsWriting, research, SEO basics, storytelling
Work EnvironmentDigital marketing teams, media companies, online publishersContent agencies, marketing teams, freelance platforms

The Digital Content Editor focuses on managing, editing, and optimizing digital content, ensuring consistency and quality. Content Writers primarily produce original written material. Both roles require strong writing skills and familiarity with SEO, but the editor emphasizes editing and content strategy, while the writer emphasizes content creation.

What are the key skills and qualifications needed to thrive as a Digital Content Editor, and why are they important?

To thrive as a Digital Content Editor, you need strong writing, editing, and proofreading skills, often supported by a degree in communications, journalism, or a related field. Familiarity with content management systems (CMS) like WordPress, SEO tools, and analytics platforms is typically required. Attention to detail, creativity, and effective collaboration are standout soft skills for this role. These skills ensure the creation of high-quality, engaging content that meets both audience needs and business goals in a digital environment.

How does a Digital Content Editor typically collaborate with writers, designers, and other team members during content creation?

Digital Content Editors play a central role in coordinating content projects, often working closely with writers to refine messaging and ensure clarity, as well as collaborating with designers to align visuals with editorial guidelines. They may participate in regular editorial meetings, provide feedback on drafts, and use project management tools to track progress. Open communication and constructive feedback are key, as editors act as a bridge between creative contributors and organizational goals, ensuring content is both engaging and consistent across digital channels.
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Infographic showing various Digital Content Editor job openings in the United States as of July 2026, with employment types broken down into 100% Full Time. Highlights an 50% In-person, and 50% Remote job distribution, with an average salary of $75,002 per year, or $36.1 per hour.
Assistant Digital Content Editor, Podcasts

Assistant Digital Content Editor, Podcasts

Sinclair Broadcast Group

Nashville, TN • On-site

Full-time

Posted 29 days ago

Sinclair Broadcast Group rating

6.4

Company rating: 6.4 out of 10

Based on 53 frontline employees who took The Breakroom Quiz

53rd of 67 rated media

Job description


We're looking for an efficient, fast, professional video editor with 3+ years of experience with long form, multi cam editing, as well as short form editing for social media platforms using Adobe Premiere Pro. Ability to work on a deadline while making confident decisions, sometimes alone, is very important. Looking for a reliable, good communicator, experienced with hybrid/remote teams, who understands how to coordinate with co-workers in different locations.
** Please provide samples to editing work on your application **
What You'll Do:
  • Collaborate with cross-department teams to shape the overall look + sound of Sinclair's growing podcast portfolio
  • Engineer and record content both in-person and virtually, capture and organize media efficiently
  • Assemble all episode elements, mix together cohesively, and master full episodes to completion using Adobe Creative Suite.
  • Work collaboratively with the social and marketing teams and local content centers to create episode cutdowns for promotion across linear, social, and other digital channels
  • Execute sponsorship elements, adhering to campaign requirements
  • Upload episodes to both audio and video hosting platforms.
  • Optimize video version of podcasts for distribution across linear, FAST, and other distribution channels
  • Keep up with latest trends, software, and analytics to make informed editorial decisions and help drive innovative ways to create new content
  • Other duties as assigned

Who You Are:
  • Minimum 3+ years of high-level video + audio production experience
  • Highly skilled in both video and audio editing software (Adobe Creative Suite)
  • Experience in video podcasts, producing for Youtube, and Sports media a plus
  • Understanding of both in-person and remote studio setups (cameras, lighting, microphones, etc.) with an ability to both set up and troubleshoot
  • Adept at remote recording software (Streamyard or Riverside preferred) and publishing platforms (Megaphone, YouTube, etc.)
  • An eye for quality content, with an understanding of what plays well across various channels
  • Experience with college and/or professional football programming with an understanding of the content calendar for both
  • Strong collaborator and team player, dedicated work ethic, highly dependable, and passionate about multimedia production
  • Effective communicator, extremely well organized, and able to work efficiently against multiple deadlines
  • Consistently maintain a professional demeanor; comfortability interacting with high-level talent and celebrities
  • Flexibility to travel and work nights and/or weekends, as projects call for

Sinclair is proud to be an equal opportunity employer and a drug free workplace. Employment practices will not be influenced or affected by virtue of an applicant's or employee's race, color, religion, sex (including pregnancy, gender identity, and sexual orientation), national origin, age, disability, genetic information, military or veteran status or any other characteristic protected by law.
About Us
Sinclair, Inc. (Nasdaq: SBGI) is a diversified media company and a leading provider of local news and sports. The Company owns, operates and/or provides services to 177 television stations in 79 markets affiliated with all major broadcast networks; owns Tennis Channel, the premium destination for tennis enthusiasts; and multicast networks CHARGE, Comet, ROAR and The Nest. Sinclair's AMP Media produces a growing portfolio of digital content and original podcasts. Additional information about Sinclair can be found at www.sbgi.net.
About the Team
The life-blood of our organization is our people. We have a compelling story, a goal-oriented culture, and we take really good care of people. How good? Here is a glimpse: great benefits, open door policy, upward mobility and a strong desire to see you succeed. Ready to be part of a winning team? Let's talk.

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